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Irish Proverb of the Day: 'A friend's eye is a good mirror.' The forgotten saying that explains why choosing the right friends matters- Quote of the day by George R.R. Martin from A Game of Thrones: “Most men would rather deny a hard truth than face it.”
- In 1882, an American woman inventor came up with a design which helped in saving numerous lives and laying the foundation for modern life rafts: How Maria E. Beasley changed the future?
- In 1942, a German U-boat sank SS Benlomond, leaving Chinese sailor Poon Lim alone in the Atlantic on an eight-foot raft; after surviving 133 days on fish, birds, and rainwater, he was rescued near Brazil and said, “I hope no one will ever have to break that record”Poon Lim survived 133 days alone on a life raft after his ship sank. He rationed limited supplies and improvised to catch fish and birds fo...30 Jul, 2026, 05.02 PM IST
- In 1966, Florida ecologists covered mangrove islands with giant tents and fumigated every insect, then watched life rebuild from nothingIn 1966, scientists fumigated small Florida islands, removing nearly all animal life. Within weeks, new species arrived, and islands largel...30 Jul, 2026, 04.16 PM IST
- Spider-Man: Brand New Day Review? How This Movie Could Change Your Perspective on Love, Based on Your Zodiac SignSpider-Man stories explore love, loss, and moving forward with new beginnings. The film Brand New Day offers a chance to rebuild and embrac...30 Jul, 2026, 04.07 PM IST
- Quote of the day by Anne Frank: 'When I write I can shake off all my cares. My sorrow...' Life lessons from young diarist on finding hope, healing & strength in difficult timesQuote of the day by Anne Frank: Anne Frank's diary highlights the power of writing to ease emotional burdens and restore hope. Her words of...30 Jul, 2026, 03.46 PM IST
- Logistics player A-1 Q1 profit rises to Rs 3.16 croreTotal income rose to Rs 175.13 crore from Rs 64.78 crore in April-June FY25, Ahmedabad-based company, which is into transport and logistics...30 Jul, 2026, 02.47 PM IST
- Word of the day: Espouse - meaning, origin, examples and synonyms of this English word explainedEspouse meaning: The word espouse means to openly support an idea or belief. This verb is frequently used by leaders and organizations toda...29 Jul, 2026, 09.23 PM IST
- International Friendship Day 2026: Date, history, significance, wishes, messages and greetingsInternational Friendship Day 2026 falls on Thursday, July 30, while India observes it on August 2. This day honors the essential role of fr...29 Jul, 2026, 06.27 PM IST
- Quote of the day by Gavin Newsom, 'You need to let go of your fear and anxiety of being judged by others' reveals psychology about letting go of judgment can transform life, teaches timeless lesson that real freedom begins when we stop living for the expectations of others which leads to stronger relationships, mental wellbeing, achievements, fulfillmentQuote of the day by Gavin Newsom is not an invitation to ignore every opinion. Rather, it encourages people to stop allowing fear to become...29 Jul, 2026, 04.40 PM IST
- Quote of the day by Dr Anthony Fauci, 'There's more than one way to get to the goal that you want to get to, but once you compromise your own principles, then you're lost. You're really lost' teaches motivational timeless inspiring guide to success, reveals psychology lesson on character, integrityQuote of the day by Dr. Anthony Fauci remains timeless because it reminds us that while there are countless routes toward our ambitions, th...29 Jul, 2026, 04.04 PM IST
- Best German proverb of the day: “Better a sparrow in the hand than a dove on the roof” A life lesson on valuing certainty over uncertain opportunitiesBest German proverb of the day: A German proverb advises valuing a sure thing over potential gains. It highlights the importance of appreci...29 Jul, 2026, 11.08 AM IST
- 'Miracle on the Hudson': Why American pilot Sully's river landing that saved 155 passengers on a US Airways flight is one of aviation's greatest feats'Miracle on the Hudson': US Airways Flight 1549 made an emergency landing on the Hudson River. Captain Chesley Sullenberger piloted the jet...29 Jul, 2026, 09.28 AM IST
- Sensex falls 70 points, Nifty closes below 23,400 as HUL, BEL, other stocks react to Q1 earningsIndian stock markets closed lower on Tuesday after erasing early gains. Sensex and Nifty experienced a slight decline, while broader market...28 Jul, 2026, 03.46 PM IST
- French proverb of the day: ‘The night carries advice’ – A lesson on thoughtful decision-makingDifficult choices often benefit from delayed action and thoughtful consideration. A French proverb suggests that sleep can bring valuable a...26 Jul, 2026, 01.32 PM IST
- More than 250,000 people flee their homes in France and Spain as wildfires burnThe Paris police department said in a statement Saturday that the riders will race inside Paris, rather than starting from Thoiry, west of ...25 Jul, 2026, 09.06 PM IST
- AMD expected to launch next generation of AI infrastructure to challenge NvidiaAdvanced Micro Devices is launching new artificial intelligence hardware on Thursday. This new hardware aims to compete directly with Nvidi...23 Jul, 2026, 04.17 PM IST
- Phrase of the Day: 'Take it with a grain of salt'- Hang on! Before you believe that viral post, here’s what this popular phrase really meansPhrase of the Day: The phrase 'take it with a grain of salt' advises caution when encountering unverified information. This ancient Roman e...22 Jul, 2026, 11.20 PM IST
- Dozens feared dead after passenger ferry sinks off coast of GuyanaA ferry carrying 133 people capsized near Guyana's coast. Authorities managed to rescue 67 individuals; however, dozens are still missing a...20 Jul, 2026, 09.04 AM IST
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